@TheGuild August e-news
We've had a great end to summer at The Guild! This month, students continued with summer Friday field trips and outdoor activities throughout the week. Adults harvested vegetables from their gardens and visited local farms. The Guild also received two grants and continued building its team for the annual Flutie 5k Run/Walk/Roll event. Read on for more news from The Guild:
Adults Attend "Leader-in-Training" Program with Waypoint Adventure

Two adults with The Guild have been participating in Waypoint Adventure's "Leader-in-Training" program this summer! The program was designed for transition-aged youth and adults to develop leadership skills that will help them reach their personal and professional goals. View more here.
Students Soak Up Last of Summer

Guild School students have wrapped up their last few weeks of summer with mini golf outings, field trips, trips to Stone Zoo, and afternoons exploring local playgrounds! View more photos here.
Adults Enjoy Late Summer Harvest

This month, adults with The Guild have been reaping the late summer harvest from their backyard gardens and local farms. View more photos to see what they've been up to here.
Congratulations to August's Guild School Graduate!

Congratulations to Timothy on graduating from The Guild School earlier this month! "I've learned so much from you," said his teacher, Rhonah Nakalyowa. "You've taken advantage of every opportunity given to you and have grown so much." We'll miss you, Timothy! View more photos here.
 
Join us for the Flutie 5k Run/Walk/Roll for Autism!

The Guild will once again be participating in the Flutie 5k Run/Walk/Roll for Autism taking place on Sunday, 10/29 at Boston College. Register before Friday, September 8th and receive a free Guild stainless steel water bottle and Guild race shirt! Register here, and view registration instructions here.

100% of the money raised for Team Guild goes back to our programs and services. You can make a donation to our team here.
Guild Receives Sudbury Foundation Grant

We're excited to share that The Guild has been awarded a $17,000 grant from the Sudbury Foundation to purchase an emergency generator for Sudbury House! The generator will ensure that house residents and staff have access to critical safety resources and communication devices in the event of a power outage. Read more about the grant on our blog.
Psychology Today: "Supermoms of Children with Disabilities"

In her article this month for Psychology Today, "Supermoms of Children with Disabilities," Dr. Nazli Kibria deconstructs the "Supermom/Good Advocate Mother" myth and argues for a streamlined system of care that is equitable and accessible for all. Dr. Kibria is a former Guild Board member and parent of a Guild School graduate. Read the full article here.
Guild Receives Grant from Cambridge Savings

This month, The Guild was awarded a $2,500 grant from the Cambridge Savings Charitable Foundation! These funds will provide general program support so that those we serve can achieve their full potential and lead high-quality lives. View the post on Facebook here.
Thanks to our Flutie 5k sponsors:
The Guild for Human Services
521 Virginia Road
Concord, MA 01742
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